Identify four methods of prenatal diagnosis. Which two pose some risk to the developing fetus, especially if performed early in the pregnancy?
What will be an ideal response?
The four methods of prenatal diagnosis include: ultrasound, amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, and noninvasive prenatal testing. Amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling can cause harm to the fetus, particularly if performed early in the pregnancy.
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a. property violations b. aggression c. rule violations d. oppositional-defiant behavior
Sophie is experiencing so much guilt associated with the death of her boyfriend that it is beginning to interfere in every aspect of her life. She is probably experiencing:
A. a near-death experience. B. separation distress. C. normal bereavement. D. anticipatory grief.
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a. when the decision requires a series of simple rules b. when there is a lot of information to be considered c. when there is complex information to be integrated d. when self-esteem is low
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a. can result in excess levels of glycine in terminal buttons. b. can result in excess levels of serotonin within terminal buttons. c. are an effective treatment for depression. d. can have minor side effects. e. can induce schizophrenia.